"Unseen ODST: The Untold Stories of Pitched Helldivers 2 Games"

Former 343 Industries senior game designer Kevin Schmitt revealed that numerous Orbital Drop Shock Troopers (ODST) game ideas were pitched but never greenlit, sparking disappointment among fans. Meanwhile, Helldivers 2, a PvE co-op shooter, has seen a surge in popularity, breaking records for PlayStation Studios publishing and experiencing server capacity issues. Despite the success of Helldivers 2, many Halo enthusiasts are left wondering why Microsoft and 343 Industries never pursued more games centered around ODSTs, given their popularity and potential for diverse storytelling within the Halo universe.